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Can gap insurance cover someone with a learner's permit in Illinois?

We are buying my son a new car and he only has his learner's permit. If we add him to our policy, will he be covered for gap insurance as well?

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“When you add a driver to your
car insurance
policy, any coverage on the policy applies to them, including gap insurance.
Even though your son only has a learner’s permit, he will still be covered. The vehicle he is driving will also need to be on the policy for the gap insurance to apply. “
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